Question

Winogradsky and Beijerinck discovered the lithotrophic bacteria. Which is false concerning this group of bacteria?
A. They are a type of heterotrophic bacteria.
B. They typically use carbon dioxide as a carbon source
C. They can utilize compounds such as hydrogen (H2) or ammonia (NH3) as sources of energy.
D. They are only found among the prokaryotes. E. They have an important role in the functioning of ecosystems.

Answer 1

Answer: They are a type of heterotrophic bacteria

Explanation:

The bacteria that is found in lithosphere will be auto as they are typically using carbon dioxide as a soul source.

They are found among the prokaryotes. They are a group of chemoautrophs, bacteria that make their food by the help of the organic and inorganic compounds such as carbon, ammonia, hydrogen, carbon.

hence, the correct answer is option A